Val d’Isere Activities

Something for Everyone

While Val d’Isere is famous of course for its extensive terrain of snow sure slopes, it also offers a number of other lesser known attractions from parapenting to patisserie classes, perfect for a change of scene or for the less committed skier.

All activities can be booked via your chalet manager and our chauffeurs are on hand to drop you at the door whenever you need. Val d’Isère also hosts weekly torch-lit descents, fireworks, children’s shows, musical entertainments and street shows.

Val D'Isere Activities

Husky Sleigh Rides

A unique way to enjoy the breath-taking mountain scenery of the Alps. From the comfort of your sleigh, led by Val d’Isere’s eager and energetic husky dogs, you’ll feel like you’re at the North Pole! Be your own driver and enjoy a physical, exhilarating ride or sit back and let your guide do all the hard work. Mush!

Ice Climbing

Not for the fainthearted, equipped with ice axes and crampons, a fully qualified mountain guide will teach you the basics of ice climbing at a suitable location. Knowledge of ropes and basic climbing techniques is useful but not essential. Improver lessons are also available.

Wilderness Evening

A delightful complement to our warm, inviting chalets, enjoy an evening under the stars on your chef’s night off, with a 4-course Savoyarde meal around the Wilderness Camp fire, topped off with a starlit toboggan run into the traditional village of Tignes Les Brévieres.

Parapente

What better way to enjoy a panoramic view of the mountains than from the air. Parascend with your skis attached, catching the thermals until you land with style. Suitable for early intermediate skiers and advanced snowboarders, choose a warm, sunny day to maximise your time in the skies!

Ice-Skating

Val d’Isere’s ice rink is located in the heart of the village – a fun, wintry activity suitable for all the family. Open from December onwards, hot drinks are also available while shops are just round the corner for an additional excursion.

Cross Country Skiing

With equipment for hire in the village, there are at least six different tracks to explore cross country style through the Vanoise countryside. Keep the heart rate up without fear of steep slopes and see if you can master the gliding technique.

French Cooking Classes

If cuisine is more your passion, L’Atelier d’Edmond, a Michelin starred restaurant in Le Fornet, Val d’Isere offers a selection of cooking courses throughout the winter season. Learn traditional French cooking techniques that will wow your guests at home.

French Patisserie Classes

Take a little of La Boulangerie home and learn to bake a host of delicious French pastries. Classes are led by Patrick Chevallot, voted Best French Pastry Chef. Classes are available at the Chevallot Bakery on Thursday from 5pm-7pm

Swimming & Spa

Located just off the piste, Val d’Isere’s Centre Aquasportif has a huge range of activities on offer including a large swimming complex with a relaxation centre, exercise classes, cardio centre and a climbing wall. 6 day lift passes include at least one session each.

Art Galleries

It may surprise you to learn that Val d’Isere also boasts a number of art galleries including: Gallerie Jane Griffiths, a collection of International contemporary art and design and Atelier Stéphanie Pétri, a collection of ski and mountain paintings, originals and reproductions. Browse at your leisure.

Events

From the annual Frost Gun competition which sees talented individuals demonstrate their ‘big air’ tricks, to the recurrent Winter Golf event teeing off from the Olympic Avenue, Val d’Isere’s events are wide and varied culminating in the annual mountain top yoga festival.

Ice Driving

Experience the thrill of driving on ice in a high performance, BMW sports car, test your driving skills in the simulator or try out a Go Kart. Val d’Isere’s ice driving circuit (circuit de glace) is based out of La Daille, just a few minutes from the centre. An excellent corporate ski activity, it also has a useful entertaining area.

Since 1992, family-owned and run Le Chardon Mountain Lodges have become renowned across the world for their luxury catered ski chalets in Val d'Isere in an unrivalled ski-in / ski-out location with 5 star food, friendly and professional service and luxury ski accommodation.

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